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The second VOCO International Fellowship Symposium saw more than 50 dentists and technicians from 20 countries build on a constructive relationship between manufacturing and practice
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ollowing the successful premiere in autumn 2013, VOCO recently hosted another event in its VOCO Interna- tional Fellowship Symposium
(VIFS) series. From 8-13 June, more than 50 dentists and dental technicians from almost 20 countries gathered in Cuxhaven, Germany, to discuss the latest trends and innovative treatment methods in dentistry with the “Dentalists”. A varied programme of talks and pres-
entations offered the perfect basis for this intellectual exchange. In addition, booths constructed in the foyer of the VOCO main building offered the opportunity to find out more about the company’s latest product innovations and try them out. Klaus Peter Hoffmann, head of the
Knowledge Communication Department, which organises the VIFS, was delighted by how smoothly the event went and the results the second VIFS delivered. He said: “Once again, this event has allowed VOCO to nurture and build on its excellent relationships with dental professionals both within Germany and abroad. In doing this, we are also continuing to promote constructive dialogue between the manu- facturing side and the dental practice.”
Varied programme The talks and presentations once again addressed a wide range of topics, covering various elements of prophylactic, restora- tive and prosthetic dentistry. The speakers from the fellows circle concentrated on modern, minimally invasive dental approaches as well as different aspects of restorative treatment including the bulk-fill technique and the production of composite inlays. The focus was also on adhesive technique methods and post-endodontic treatment with glass fibre-reinforced composite root posts and adhesive core build-up. Further topics included the use of light- curing glass fibre strands, possibilities
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Dentists and dental technicians from around the world gathered in Cuxhaven for six days of talks, presentations and discussions at the second VOCO International Fellowship Symposium
for aesthetic anterior tooth restoration, including treatment with veneers, and the treatment of cervical lesions. In addi- tion, the use of glass ionomer cements in paediatric dentistry, the treatment and management of dental trauma, work with die silicone and luting systems for indirect restorations, and production of highly aesthetic temporary restorations were also on the agenda. Attention was also given to the
professional application of bleaching preparations and the assessment of a transparent fissure sealant after one year in situ. These and other topics were presented and discussed with the aid of selected clinical case reports, which also documented the successful use of both the old favourites and the latest VOCO product innovations.
Synergy for organisers and guests The guests’ presentations were accom- panied by contributions from VOCO
employees from various departments. They explained the company’s in-house and collaborative research and devel- opment work, including details on the scientific and clinical background to developing dental materials. The presentations covered both tried-
and-tested products from the extensive VOCO dental portfolio and the innovations recently presented at the IDS in Cologne, with particular importance being attached to the world’s first universal nanohybrid ORMOCER restorative material, Admira Fusion. Dr Reinhard Maletz, head of the Research and Development Department, gave the fellows an insight into work on this first purely ceramic-based restorative material, highlighting its special properties and advantages. The symposium’s agenda also included
round table discussions on a number of indications and product groups. This gave VOCO developers and market strategists the opportunity to speak with the fellows
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